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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 22, 2026Miami-Dade

Shohei Ohtani completes live batting practice session with Los Angeles Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani participated in a live batting practice session against teammate Will Smith on Saturday. The Los Angeles Dodgers have not established a definitive timeline for Ohtani's return to pitching.

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Why It Matters

The status of Ohtani's pitching recovery directly impacts the Los Angeles Dodgers' roster capabilities and game-day strategy for the upcoming season.

Key Facts

  • Shohei Ohtani faced teammate Will Smith in a live batting practice session.
  • The event took place on Saturday.
  • There is no definitive timeline for Ohtani's return to pitching for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Who's Mentioned

personEdwin Díaz“Dodgers closer on injured list”personShohei Ohtani“Dodgers player recovering from knee injury”personTyler Glasnow“Dodgers pitcher returning from back injury”personWill Smith“Los Angeles Dodgers teammate who faced Ohtani in practice.”personAndy Pages“Dodgers outfielder placed on injured list”organizationLos Angeles Dodgers“Professional baseball team”personDave Roberts“Manager of the Dodgers”